Smile face spider bears the name of Obama couple

15 newly discovered smiling face spiders are named after world famous figures.

Researchers and student groups at the University of Vermont, USA discovered 15 new smiley spider species and named many world famous people, including ex-President Barack Obama and his wife, according to Daily News.

One of the newly discovered smileys.(Photo: Science News).

In addition to Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, other celebrities used to name these new spiders include naturalist David Attenborough, Senator Bernie Sanders, music producer David Bowie and actor Leonardo. Dicaprio.

"When naming these spiders, I and the group of students want to honor those who stand up to protect human rights and warn about climate change. It's leaders and artists who have come up with approaches. right for a better world , " said Ingi Agnarsson, professor at the University of Vermont.

Scientists once thought that there was only one smiley spider in the world until they found them in many other countries like Cuba or Mexico and many endemic smileys in different regions.

"I admire what she does and how she behaves as a first lady," Agnarsson explained the reason for naming a spider after former First Lady Michelle Obama.

The group of students participating in the study also agreed to name a spider named Bernie Sanders."We all respect Bernie. He brings hope to everyone , " said Lily Sargeant, a University of Vermont student. For former President Obama, this is the 10th animal named after him.